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Aerospace Automation Quality Engineer

Redmond, WA · On-site

$45 - $60/hr

The Automation activities are focused on product and process performance for all production ... High-volume production background (automotive, aerospace, electronics, consumer products) * CAD ...

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Hardware Test & Automation Engineer

Redmond, WA

$118K/yr

Hardware Test & Automation Engineer Responsibilities: * Design, develop, and validate electrical ... Experience in consumer electronics or low-power battery-operated device development * Effective ...

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As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for automation electronics in Renton, WA is $57.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49.76 and $65.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectAutomation ElectronicsElectrical Technician
Required CredentialsAssociate's or Bachelor's in Electronics, Automation, or related fieldsHigh school diploma or technical certification in electrical systems
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, automation systems, control panelsConstruction sites, maintenance facilities, electrical systems
Industry UsageIndustrial automation, robotics, process controlElectrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting

Automation Electronics specialists focus on designing, programming, and maintaining automated systems and control devices, often requiring advanced technical certifications. Electrical Technicians handle electrical wiring, repairs, and maintenance across various settings. While both roles involve electrical knowledge, Automation Electronics professionals typically work more with automation systems and control technologies, making their skills more specialized for modern industrial automation.

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Test Specialist, Factory Automation (Starlink)

Test Specialist, Factory Automation (Starlink)

SpaceX

Redmond, WA • On-site

$42 - $51/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

SpaceX rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 143 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 59 rated aerospace companies

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
TEST SPECIALIST, FACTORY AUTOMATION (STARLINK)
The SpaceX Factory Automation and Hardware Component Test team is seeking exceptional technical talent to simulate the rigors of long duration operation in the vacuum of near-Earth space, the rigors of rocket launch, and the toughest terrestrial environments! In this role you will help provide broadband access to underserved people across the world. And in the process you will literally leave your fingerprints on cutting-edge propulsion, radio, laser, and power hardware and the production machine that builds it.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Design and build wire harnesses, PCBAs, test racks, robotics, and environmental simulation equipment
  • Support production, engineering, and qualification tests including equipment bring-up and configuration, dry runs, and in situ troubleshooting.
  • Manage first article builds, address shortages and errors, and feedback finding into documentation
  • Manage supply chain and vendors for outsourced equipment builds
  • Develop and manage maintenance plans for production equipment
  • Maintain safe, clean, stocked, and orderly work area

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 3+ years of hands on experience with mechanical/structural/fluid/electrical systems
  • 2+ years of experience performing electronic testing and inspection using portable measuring devices

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Associate degree
  • 2+ years of experience working in a production or engineering function
  • Hands-on experience fabricating harnesses, electro-mechanical assemblies, printed circuit board assemblies, and test stations
  • Electromechanical design and debug, including PCBAs, wire harnesses, electronics enclosures, line automation, and server racks
  • Excellent attention to detail and an insistence on permanently correcting errors
  • Electromechanical build processes including iron & hot-air soldering; wire crimping and stripping; machine and hand drilling, shaping, cutting, and joining; 3D plastic printing
  • Electrical debug tools including multimeter, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer
  • Experience working in a variety of software environments, applications, and languages including Linux, Windows, Microsoft Office, git, SVN, JIRA, Altium, Mentor PCB, NX, Bash, and Python

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must be willing to work extended hours or weekends as needed
  • Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching are generally required to perform the functions of this position
  • Ability to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
Test Specialist Level 1: $34.00 - $40.00/hour
Test Specialist Level 2: $38.00 - $45.00/hour
Test Specialist Level 3: $42.00 - $51.00/hour
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Non-exempt Washington employees are eligible for sick leave in accordance with Washington's Sick Leave policies. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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